Bringing pediatric clinical trials to West Virginia children
West Virginia Pediatric Clinical Trials Network - 3
This program brings more pediatric clinical trials and research opportunities to children and families across West Virginia, especially in Appalachian communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | West Virginia University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Morgantown, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11075603 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Your child could access trials closer to home through West Virginia University's Pediatric Research Unit, which is part of a broader pediatric trials network. The team created a dedicated Pediatric Research Unit and trained new clinical investigators so more studies can run locally. They partner with the ECHO IDeA States Pediatric Clinical Trials Network to bring studies focused on child health and chronic conditions to underserved Appalachian areas. If eligible, families may be invited to join trials, share health information, or provide samples to help develop better treatments for children in the region.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Children and teens in West Virginia—especially those with chronic health conditions or who live in Appalachian communities and can travel to WVU or partner hospitals—are the primary candidates.
Not a fit: Adults, people living far outside the region, or children whose conditions are not included in current open trials are unlikely to benefit directly.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: Could give children in West Virginia earlier access to new treatments, better-informed care, and more opportunities to join clinical research.
How similar studies have performed: Other regional pediatric trial networks have successfully increased local trial access and enrollment, and WVPCTN reports increased faculty participation and more pediatric trials at WVU.
Where this research is happening
Morgantown, United States
- West Virginia University — Morgantown, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jaynes, Margaret — West Virginia University
- Study coordinator: Jaynes, Margaret
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.